Intel Xeon E5-2650

The Intel Xeon E5-2650 packs 8 cores and 16 threads. Clocks run from 2GHz base to 2.8GHz boost. It drops into the LGA2011 socket with a 95W TDP — about 11.9W per core. 16MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

At $93.15 it sits in the budget processor bracket. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.